Directing

Directing Expertise

Stories That Make An Impact

Fiona specialises in films which are:

(a) are inspired by social injustices on which she reported during her career as a broadcast journalist, such as global terrorism, war in Africa, police brutality, political corruption and the exploitation of natural resources.

(b) are hugely marketable because they:

are based on high concepts (and usually true stories)

have a gripping opening

always feature compelling characters

are full of complex, subtextual dialogue

have an impactful ending

Her directing skills are further enhanced by her experience in various production roles on short films and corporate videos: editor, camera operator, sound editor, sound recordist, boom operator, casting director, production manager, first assistant director.

You Benefit From Worldwide Experience

Film director and screenwriter Fiona Ashe has:

taken extensive training in Ireland, the UK and the US

won awards for directing and screenwriting

screened movies in international festivals

secured distribution for her films

Directing Accolades

Shades of Gray won the Best Film Noir Award at the New York International Independent Film & Video Festival 2003.

Fiona Ashe holds a Diploma in Advanced Film Directing from the New York Film Academy.

Fiona Ashe achieved a FETAC Certificate Level 6 in Visual Structure for Directors taught by Bruce A. Block, Professor at the University of Southern California and co-producer of What Women Want, starring Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt.

Renowned Filmmakers Endorse Her

“I was immediately impressed with Fiona Ashe’s background, experience and skills as well as the depth and importance of her projects. Her films are stunning, especially Shades of Gray. She is dedicated to telling stories that matter, that will make a difference.”
– Mark W. Travis, Acting Coach on The Young Messiah; Author of The Film Director’s Bag of Tricks.

“Shades of Gray was very good. It was very well directed.”
– Jim Sheridan, Oscar-nominated filmmaker, My Left Foot.

“Fiona Ashe has created a gem that reeks of the atmosphere of New York in the dead of night, a time when people die and others seek revenge.”
– Peter Sheridan, award-winning writer/director, Borstal Boy.

“Fiona is a working professional with a great understanding of the complexities of making a good film. She has the abilities to be a key member of any creative team.”
– Bruce Block, Co-Producer, What Women Want, Los Angeles.